Modric signs one-year Real Madrid contract extension after landing fifth Champions League crown

Luka Modric's trophy-laden stay at Real Madrid will continue for at least one more year, after the veteran midfielder signed an extension with the Spanish champions.

Modric has become one of the great players of modern times at Santiago Bernabeu, winning five Champions League titles as well as the Ballon d'Or in 2018.

His journey with Madrid looked to be ending this summer as his contract was due to expire - however a 12-month extension will now keep him at the club.

The 2018 World Cup finallist has spent nine seasons at Madrid to date, the latest of which saw him add three more trophies to his glittering career CV.

The Blancos followed up Supercopa de Espana and La Liga successes by securing their 14th European title by beating Liverpool at Stade de France.

Modric has racked up a grand total of 462 appearances for Madrid since his arrival from Tottenham in 2012, winning 19 major trophies.

As GOAL revealed last month, Modric had been due to become a free agent on June 30, but Madrid have handed hand him fresh terms that will see him remain at Santiago Bernabeu until the end of the 2022-23 season.

The 36-year-old has convinced the board to retain his services after another stellar campaign that saw him score three goals and provide 12 assists in 45 appearances across all competitions, with one of his best displays saved for the win over Liverpool.

GOAL understands Madrid will also consider extending Modric's contract through to 2024 if he can maintain the same exceptional standards next term.

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